A photograph by Annie Griffiths of an elderly woman holding pink flowers, smiling and covering her face with her hand, while another elderly woman peeks out from behind a wooden structure.

One of the first women photographers to work for The National Geographic Society, Annie Griffiths has worked in more than 100 countries in her illustrious career. 

She has photographed dozens of magazine and book projects for the Society, including stories on Lawrence of Arabia, Baja California, Galilee, Petra, Sydney, New Zealand, and Jerusalem. 

Annie is known for her warmth and sincerity, and for her ability to create photographs that humanize cultures.

She has received numerous awards, including from The National Press Photography Association, The White House News Photographers Association, The National Organization of Women, The Associated Press and the University of Minnesota.

A woman sits with two young boys on her lap, holding them close. The woman is looking upwards, while the boys are looking to the side. The background is dark.

Documentary

Close-up of a seal's flipper resting on the sand, showing detailed texture and coloration.

Wild

A person in traditional Middle Eastern attire stands on a large, uniquely shaped rock formation in the Grand Canyon during sunset, with dramatic orange and red hues.
A person stands at the edge of a waterfall, silhouetted against a misty background during sunset or sunrise, with cascading water and cloudy sky.

National Geographic

Personal Work